A guide to moving to Norway

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Important information you need to know when moving to Norway

Want to move to Oslo? Considering moving to Bergen? Or thinking about an international removal to Stavanger. Here’s the moving advice you’ll need for any international removal to Norway

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Moving Household Goods And Personal Effects To Norway

Below is a list of the documents you will need when planning an international removal to Norway:

  • Passport (Of the individual moving/importing the goods)
  • Original bill of lading (OBL) / air waybill (AWB) – We will take care of this if completing the entire international removal to Norway for you.
  • Detailed moving inventory in Norwegian, English or German (2 copies) – We will complete this if you want us to undertake a full packing service for your removal
  • Customs Form RD 0030E (Importation of Removal Goods Declaration)

We recommend providing these as soon as possible to reduce delays with your removal to Norway. Late receipt of documentation can lead to missed shipments, additional charges and penalties at Norwegian Customs. For your own protection, we will almost never ship your goods without the above in place.

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Additional Removal Advice for Removals to Norway

  • All shipments are subject to inspection.
  • A used household goods shipment can be imported tax and duty free if the owner has lived abroad for at least 1 year and the shipment has been owned and used during that time prior to importation.

Popular Destinations in Norway

Gerson Moving Services is vastly experienced in international removals to cities all over the globe. Their long history and detailed knowledge of different countries makes them the perfect choice for your move. Here are some of the most popular destinations we are asked to move people to in Norway:

Oslo, Bergen, Trondheim, Stavanger, Kristiansand, Sandnes, Fredrikstad, Tromsø, Skien, Drammen.

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Additional Services for your move to Norway

Moving Your Money

If you’re moving to Norway, it’s very likely you’ll need to exchange a significant amount of currency. Many people lose out by using their bank, assuming it’s the only option. However, there are specialist currency exchange providers that offer more competitive rates and can help you save thousands. To find out how to make your money go further during your move, speak to one of our move managers, click here, or give us a call: +44 20 7097 5335.

Get Move Liability Cover for your international removal to Norway

We always advise taking out move protection liability cover with us on every move. Although we like to think we’re the best in the industry, the odd accident can occasionally happen. For added peace of mind, make sure to speak to one of our move managers about this.

Discover Our GMS Xtra Value Services

Gerson Moving Services goes beyond standard removals, offering a full range of relocation solutions to make your move seamless. Our value-added services include international currency transfer, home and school search, visa and immigration support, health insurance, container tracking, car purchase and leasing, and temporary accommodation. We also provide expert packing, secure storage, customs clearance, and pet relocation, ensuring a smooth transition whether you’re moving locally or internationally. With our end-to-end relocation management, you can trust Gerson for a stress-free, efficient move.

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Moving Your Car Or Motorcycle

Documents required

Below is a list of the documents you will need when planning to move your vehicle to Norway:

  • Title / registration
  • OBL
  • Status report
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Additional Import Advice

  • For vehicles more than 30 years old, antique vehicle rules apply (no duties, only 25% VAT).
  • For all others, extreme charges will apply based on a very complicated calculation of ccm3, horsepower, weight, equipment etc.
  • The owner of the goods should contact Customs to determine the import charges on specific vehicles.
  • All taxes and duties must be paid to Customs before a shipment with a vehicle is released.
  • Vehicles must be registered in Norway and are subject to a yearly road tax.
  • Import taxes and duties are approximately 105% of the current value of the vehicle.

Relocating Your Pets to Norway

These documents will be required when planning to relocate your pet to Norway.

  • Vaccination record
  • Identification marking (tattoo or approved microchip)
  • Certificate of de-worming against echinococcos
  • Import license
  • Veterinary health certificate

Additional Import Advice

    • Cats and dogs must be treated for fox tapeworm within the 48 hours prior to importation by a licensed veterinarian.
    • After the first treatment, cats and dogs that regularly travel to Norway from Sweden may subsequently be treated a minimum of every 28 days instead of just before each border crossing.
    • No earlier than 120 days after the vaccination, a blood sample must be taken for antibody testing.
    • Vaccinations against distemper and leptospirosis must be done at least 1 month prior to import.
    • Contact agent for additional information regarding the importation of pets.

    Note: Cats and dogs older than 3 months imported from Sweden must be treated for fox tapeworm (echinococcosis). The spread of the parasite can occur through direct contact with cats and dogs of through ingestion of mushrooms, berries, etc. from areas where the parasite exists.

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Restricted & Dutiable / Taxable Items

Think very carefully before moving these items to Norway. Items on this list will be taxed and/or require specific permission to import. In all cases they must be declared prior to you relocating to Norway:
  • Cigarettes – persons over 18 years or older (200), tobacco leaves (200), other tobacco products (250 g)
  • Television sets (Customs will report television imports to the Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation (NRK), which will forward an annual license invoice to the owner.)
  • New items (any item owned and used less than 12 months are considered new and subject to import tax and duty)
  • Vitamins (milligram dosage allowed in Norway is very low. It is advised not to include them in the shipment.)
  • Medications (must be hand carried by the owner of the goods and a prescription shown to Customs upon arrival)
  • Weapons (a permit from the local police is required)
  • Food items (only canned food, dried food, and spices can be imported and in small quantities for personal consumption – not recommended for import)
  • Outboard engines (charges of approximately NOK 285,- per horsepower + 25% VAT calculated from purchase price/invoice apply)
  • Wood packaging materials must be treated and marked according to ISPM-15 regulations.
  • Live plants (a certificate from the Plant and Wildlife Department at origin is required)
  • Alcohol:
    • An import permit from the Ministry of Drugs is required and must be obtained prior to import.
    • The import of alcohol is strongly discouraged as high duties and taxes will apply.
    • A detailed list including brand, volume, year and strength must be presented to Customs.
    • Spirits containing over 60% alcohol by volume cannot be imported.

Prohibited / Banned Items

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Do not move any of these items to Norway:

  • Drugs
  • Explosives
  • Potatoes
  • Poisons
  • Endangered animal and plant species

The following additional items are prohibited in GMS Baggage/Courier Consignments:

  • Aerosols (all kinds, Hairspray, Deodorant etc)
  • Aftershaves / Perfumes / Fragrances
  • Airbags
  • Alcoholic Drinks or Bottles
  • Ammunition of any kind
  • Animals of any kind (Dead or Alive)
  • Any items containing Petrol (Liquid, Gas or Fumes)
  • Biological Samples
  • Car Batteries
  • Cash & Cards (Credit / Debit)
  • Chainsaws
  • Cheques (Bank)
  • Christmas Crackers
  • Counterfeit Currency
  • Dangerous Goods
  • Driving Licence
  • Drugs (Including Prescription)
  • Engines
  • Excrement / Filth
  • Fire Extinguishers
  • Fish (Dead or Live)
  • Foodstuffs (all kinds)
  • Hazardous Goods
  • Human Remains (including ashes)
  • Infectious Substances
  • Knives
  • Laptop Computers, Mobile/Smart Phones or Tablets
  • Lighters
  • Lottery Tickets
  • Nail Varnish / Nail Varnish Remover
  • Oils
  • Paints
  • Passports
  • Perishable Goods (All)
  • Plants / Seeds etc
  • Printer Toner
  • Seatbelt Tensioners and Steering Wheels
  • Stamps
  • Tobacco
  • Water
  • Weapons (all kinds, including replicas)
  • Windscreens

Disclaimer: Customs regulations can change at any time with or without notice. This information is provided as a guide only. While Gerson Moving Services has exercised reasonable care in publishing this information, Gerson Moving Services makes no representation, either expressed or implied, as to its accuracy or applicability.

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